Foodservice Specialist

PFG | Performance Good Group

5d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Core-Mark is a marketer of consumer goods serving convenience retailers across the U.S. and Canada. The Foodservice Specialist supports and executes foodservice initiatives and reports to the Foodservice Sales Manager. The role also coordinates customer visits to the Opco kitchen, including product preparation and sampling. The successful candidate is organized, communicates effectively, and is comfortable and polished when presenting to customers.

The position covers Eastern Alabama and Central and Northern Georgia. It is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with 50% local travel to customer locations; minimal overnight stays may be required. Compensation is a $60,000–$70,000 base salary plus bonus potential. A car allowance and mileage reimbursement are provided through the Car Data Program, along with a cell phone stipend.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of related experience.
• Experience in foodservice, sales, or customer-facing roles within the hospitality or food distribution industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of food products, preparation methods, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to analyze customer needs and recommend tailored solutions.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Cross-functional communication skills.
• Pricing and margin analysis skills.
• Customer service and issue-resolution skills.
• Ability to travel locally to customer locations across the assigned territory; minimal overnight stays may be required.

Nice To Haves

• SAFE Serve Certification.
• Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP).
• Certified Culinarian (CC)-ACF.
• Strong sales and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with procurement, inventory control, and sales teams to manage inventory for weekly and monthly foodservice and convenience program demands.
• Schedule foodservice sample kits.
• Process necessary sales documentation and agreements.
• Coordinate and secure foodservice equipment for customers.
• Obtain and enter purchase orders from the sales team in a timely manner as needed.
• Assist the sales team with follow-up, including order confirmations and bookings.
• Create sales presentations and promotional marketing materials using PowerPoint.
• Maintain foodservice pricing information.
• Update and notify the sales team about major price changes.
• Coordinate customer visits to the Opco kitchen, including product preparation and sampling.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Car allowance and mileage reimbursement through the Car Data Program.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED